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Danish Scimitar Chair by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm for Bo Ex

$13,656.28
£10,000
€11,761.01
CA$18,736.95
A$20,935.42
CHF 10,951.55
MX$256,735.37
NOK 139,939.98
SEK 132,700.17
DKK 87,778.72
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About the Item

A Danish "Scimitar" chair by Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm for Danish makers Bo-Ex. It is upholstered in supple tan leather with burgundy trim. It rests on a striking, curved steel "scimitar" base. Of late 20th century vintage, it is in excellent condition throughout. Ergonomically sculpted and manufactured to the highest standard, it is also extremely comfortable. Influenced by Mies van der Rohe and Poul Kjaerholm, the Scimitar chair is Fabricius and Kastholm's most famous design. The Bo-Ex maker mark is etched to the underside.
  • Creator:
    Bo-Ex (Manufacturer),Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius (Designer)
  • Similar to:
    Poul Kjærholm (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.78 in (68 cm)Width: 32.68 in (83 cm)Depth: 27.56 in (70 cm)Seat Height: 15.36 in (39 cm)
  • Style:
    Minimalist (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Shepperton, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4497221229292

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